1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
